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rubber
(redirected from gum elastic)

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rubber.
See condom.


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With a method similar to ours, some authors have used a gum elastic bougie in combination with rigid bronchoscopy to achieve control in adults.
Attempt intubation now with the aid of a gum elastic bougie to guide the tube C.
stylet, gum elastic bougie or tube exchanger) is to be discouraged unless undertaken by an experienced practitioner in a stable, well-oxygenated and easily ventilated patient because it not only exposes the patient to further risk of hypoxic injury, but it may also contribute to deteriorating conditions by worsening tissue trauma, bleeding and airway oedema.
 
 
 
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